What's open on Christmas Day 2026 in Greece?
Christmas Day 2026 falls on 25 December 2026.
Christmas Day is a near-total retail shutdown in Greece. Most shops and supermarkets close; bakeries, cafes and some restaurants stay open.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Εφημερεύοντα φαρμακεία ανοιχτά 24 ώρες σε επίσημες αργίες Editorial | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 fsk.gr |
EKO & BP 24/7 Greece24/7 Duty Πρατήρια καυσίμων σε εθνικές οδούς ανοιχτά 24 ώρες στις αργίες Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 eko.gr |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 sklavenitis.gr |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 ab.gr |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 lidl-hellas.gr |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2025-12-20 masoutis.gr |
| Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 hellenictrain.gr | |
| Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 boxnow.gr |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Christmas Day 2026 in Greece?
Christmas Day is a near-total retail shutdown in Greece. Most shops and supermarkets close; bakeries, cafes and some restaurants stay open. Typically closed: supermarkets, retail, banks, government.
When is Christmas Day in 2026?
Christmas Day falls on 25 December 2026 (2026-12-25) in 2026.